Reconhecimento dos riscos gerados no setor de soldagem em uma empresa de manutenção hidráulica

Abstract

Work environments commonly involve some type of risk, be it the risk of accidents, physical, biological, chemical or ergonomic, risks that can affect the health, safety, efficiency and well-being of workers. Thus, the present work was proposed with the objective of identifying the risks existing in the welding process of a hydraulic maintenance company in the city of Fortaleza. The study sought to indicate individual and collective protection measures so that risks are eliminated or mitigated, preserving the health of employees. For this assessment, aspects such as the availability and use of personal protective equipment (PPE), availability of collective protection equipment (CPE), quality and condition of workstations and equipment and compliance with the company's duties in regarding the health and safety of workers. The research was conducted based on bibliographical research, addressing the theoretical aspects of welding and work safety, followed by a case study that deals with the activities and risks found in the company. The identified risks were physical, chemical, ergonomic and accident risks. Therefore, protective measures were proposed, such as replacing workbenches, replacing electrical installations, installing exhaust fans and welding curtains. It is also necessary to carry out employee training for the correct execution of their activities and a greater awareness and demand for the correct use of PPE.